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MEDICAL EMERGENCIES FISDAP (ACTUAL EXAM)
LATEST 2025 WITH 50+ EXPERT CERTIFIED
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ALREADY GRADED A+
Mechanism of action of Epinephrine - (answer)Alpha 1 (Vasoconstriction), Alpha
2 regulates Alpha 1, Beta 1 increases the force and frequency of contractions, and
Beta 2 Dilates bronchioles.
Mitigates the effects of anaphylaxis
Pathophysiology of anaphylaxis - (answer)-severe allergic response
-hypotension, bronchoconstriction, edema of glottis
-On secondary exposure to allergen, antigens attach to the allergen and sends out
signals to the IgE to trigger mast cells and basophils to release histamines (causes
systemic reaction)
Differentiate between anaphylaxis and allergic reaction - (answer)-Anaphylaxis is
a systemic reaction and can be life threatening
-Allergic reactions are localized to where the allergy occurred (bee stings, poison
ivy, etc.)
Differentiate between seizure phases - (answer)Preictal: the signs and symptoms
before a patient has a seizure
Ictal: the seizure
Postictal: the recovery phase after the seizure
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Phases of tonic-clonic seizure - (answer)-The "Aura" phase (sensory stimuli that
tells pt they are about to have a seizure)
-Loss of consciousness
-The "Tonic" phase (muscle rigidity)
-the "Hypertonic" phase (hyperextension and rigidity)
-The "Clonic" phase (convulsions)
-Postical (recovery phase)
Treating an actively seizing patient - (answer)keep the patient safe, move items
away from them and protect their head if possible- get ALS on scene especially if
pt has had multiple seizures or seizures lasting longer then 5 minutes
*collect hx from bystanders and family
Definition of hyperglycemia - (answer)A BGL >120 mg/dL- can cause altered
mental status (can lead to DKA and HHNS)
Contraindications for administering oral glucose - (answer)Do not administer to
patients who are unresponsive or unable to respond to and follow commands;
give these patients glucagon instead.
Identifying a stroke - (answer)Time is important, so early recognition is key; use
the Cincinnati prehospital stroke scale (F.A.S.T.); check if this is the patient's
normal and assess for neurological deficits.
MEDICAL EMERGENCIES FISDAP (ACTUAL EXAM)
LATEST 2025 WITH 50+ EXPERT CERTIFIED
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ALREADY GRADED A+
Mechanism of action of Epinephrine - (answer)Alpha 1 (Vasoconstriction), Alpha
2 regulates Alpha 1, Beta 1 increases the force and frequency of contractions, and
Beta 2 Dilates bronchioles.
Mitigates the effects of anaphylaxis
Pathophysiology of anaphylaxis - (answer)-severe allergic response
-hypotension, bronchoconstriction, edema of glottis
-On secondary exposure to allergen, antigens attach to the allergen and sends out
signals to the IgE to trigger mast cells and basophils to release histamines (causes
systemic reaction)
Differentiate between anaphylaxis and allergic reaction - (answer)-Anaphylaxis is
a systemic reaction and can be life threatening
-Allergic reactions are localized to where the allergy occurred (bee stings, poison
ivy, etc.)
Differentiate between seizure phases - (answer)Preictal: the signs and symptoms
before a patient has a seizure
Ictal: the seizure
Postictal: the recovery phase after the seizure
, 2|Page
Phases of tonic-clonic seizure - (answer)-The "Aura" phase (sensory stimuli that
tells pt they are about to have a seizure)
-Loss of consciousness
-The "Tonic" phase (muscle rigidity)
-the "Hypertonic" phase (hyperextension and rigidity)
-The "Clonic" phase (convulsions)
-Postical (recovery phase)
Treating an actively seizing patient - (answer)keep the patient safe, move items
away from them and protect their head if possible- get ALS on scene especially if
pt has had multiple seizures or seizures lasting longer then 5 minutes
*collect hx from bystanders and family
Definition of hyperglycemia - (answer)A BGL >120 mg/dL- can cause altered
mental status (can lead to DKA and HHNS)
Contraindications for administering oral glucose - (answer)Do not administer to
patients who are unresponsive or unable to respond to and follow commands;
give these patients glucagon instead.
Identifying a stroke - (answer)Time is important, so early recognition is key; use
the Cincinnati prehospital stroke scale (F.A.S.T.); check if this is the patient's
normal and assess for neurological deficits.
